Welcome

The Naroghid Wind Farm project (NWF) is located approximately 7km south east of Camperdown in south west Victoria, Australia. The site has previously received a development approval for up to 21 wind turbines in 2008 but is being redesigned and re consented to reflect the new technology with up to 12 new wind turbine generators proposed making a total capacity of 43.2-48MW depending on the final turbine selection. Total capital cost is estimated at AUD$90-$100 million. The generation of wind power at NWF will help meet Victoria’s growing demand for green power as well as providing construction and ongoing jobs in rural and regional Victoria.

contacts

Closer to the main construction phase of the project, please watch this page and tab for details on over dimension, over weight traffic movements, major project milestones, open days and other construction news and updates.

The FAQ section has the answers to a number of common queries with respect to Wind Farms. Click here.

Any property owner within 3km of the site should use the project specific contact form here to register their interest in the Community Fund and project updates.

planning

On this page and tab updates on planning matters related to the wind farm project will be posted.

This will include the Planning Permit, Endorsed Development Plan requirements and pre and post construction monitoring required under various permit conditions and management plans. The Vic Govt Planning Wind Farm Guidelines contain sample permit conditions to give an example of what these may be. View here.

The Planning Permit Application is still work in progress and the Minister of Planning in Victoria is the Responsible Authority for any such application.

The proposed wind farm site is approximately 40km inland from the coast and 30km from the nearest National or State park. Located in the Shire of Corangamite about 7km south east of Camperdown and 10km south east of Terang, the project site (approximately 600ha) consists of cleared agricultural land used for intensive dairy farming. Corangamite Shire’s landfill rubbish tip and recycling centre adjoins the site.

Other Wind Energy References

wind farm planning guidelines

The Victorian Government DELWP web site has a Wind Energy page which contains the latest Wind Energy Facility Policy and Planning Guidelines, the Plan Changes and Sample Planning Permit Conditions here. A list of all the Wind Projects in Victoria can also be viewed here.

clean energy council

The Clean Energy Council provides a number of fact sheets and researched reports & publications on topical issues with respect to Wind Energy in Australia such as health, decommissioning, property price impacts, benefits, community engagement and suggested best practice guidelines. These can be viewed here.

wind farms a guide for communities

A recommended publication for communities and or neighbours new to a wind farm can be viewed here. Some Councils use Community Engagement Committees (CEC) as a key part of their approach. Details on the sample CEC are available here.

benefits of wind energy in australia

Wind energy is the least expensive form of large-scale renewable energy generation capable of meeting Australia's international, national and State based targets. Wind farming can help farmers generate vital extra income, make better use of land, and ensure against market downturns. Wind farms also provide jobs.